Customer Connect is the new Rubicon system we are rolling out across the scheme for water ordering and viewing weather station data. Your existing login will work. You can find the water ordering instructions here.

Since inception of the scheme in 1947, by investing in science and technology, we are continuing the innovation and foresight of our predecessors. 

We deliver irrigation water and oversee environmental compliance across more than 58,000 hectares of farmland nestled between the Ashburton and Rangitata rivers in Mid-Canterbury.

The water we deliver fuels the growth of diverse crops, from grass, to grains, and specialty seeds, among others. Operated as a farmer cooperative, shareholders jointly own the infrastructure essential for water delivery. Tasked with the meticulous management of this vital network, MHV Water staff diligently ensure the seamless distribution of water resources throughout the district.

MHV introduced a planting fund for the 2024-25 year with a total contestable pool of $50,000 over two application rounds.

The first round closed at the end of August 2024, and funding was approved for four applications.

The purpose of the planting fund is to contribute to the improving health of the waterbodies more holistically, to encourage and demonstrate their improving health beyond just the nitrate levels.

MHV will contribute up to 50% of the cost of plants and protection for a planting project that a shareholder or farm within our enviro programme wishes to undertake, up to a maximum of $5,000. Additional contribution and projects can be funded on approval by the Board.

Priority will be given to projects which enhance the surface water bodies which are monitored for our consent, thereby benefitting all shareholders and the wider catchment.

Applications for the second round of funding must be received by 28 February 2024.

The criteria and application form can be found here.

The policy contains further information and can be found here.